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November 20-22, 2024 | Boston, MA, USA | Overview | Registration | Venue/Accommodations| Directions | Contact us
Please note the schedule is subject to change. Details are updated regularly to reflect the latest information.
Wednesday, November 20
 

8:30am EST

Pre-conference registration
Wednesday November 20, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Stop by the welcome desk for information. Coffee, company, and conversation will be available!
Wednesday November 20, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Foyer

9:30am EST

A Collective Vision for Student Success: Creation, Implementation, and Assessment of your Vision of the Graduate/Portrait of the Learner
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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Join educational leaders and NEASC staff as they share their journeys to create a Vision of the Graduate/Portrait of the Learner to articulate their school’s learning goals for their students.

Learn how schools across New England have used this guiding document to align curriculum, bring staff together around shared philosophy, and assess student success. Presenters and NEASC staff will share examples of successful implementation, and resources and ideas for bringing this process in your school.

Designed for group participation, this workshop is an opportunity to work collaboratively, with your school team or with others, to understand the importance and implications of developing a Vision of the Graduate/Portrait of the Learner, consider your school's values and learning goals, and start to understand the importance of authentic assessment for that vision.

All participants will receive a handbook for implementation and access to a library of resources and exemplars from public, independent, and international schools.

IMPORTANTPlease note that general conference registration is required in order to sign up for a pre-conference workshop and that there is an additional fee to attend. If you already registered for the conference but did not add the workshop on at the time and would now like to, please contact mlarson@neasc.org.
Speakers
avatar for Alyson Geary

Alyson Geary

Director for Accreditation and School Improvement, Public Schools, New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Alyson is the Director for the Commission on Public Schools at the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). She is a highly respected educator who has been both an assistant principal and principal at Hopkinton High School in Massachusetts. Prior to joining the NEASC... Read More →
avatar for Carl Johnson

Carl Johnson

Associate Director, NEASC
https://www.neasc.org/carl-johnson
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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9:30am EST

Assessment as Revelation, Not Destination
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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Assessment in American education has long been a tool of tracking and sorting young people, weaponized by systems and by individuals to uphold existing power structures and dominant culture norms. This full-day workshop invites you to explore a framework for learning rooted in liberatory ideals that is designed to fundamentally rethink the purpose and lived experience of assessment for all those involved. Rather than serving as a set of disconnected tasks required by an external force, assessment as revelation sets the learner at the center of an ongoing process of wonder and discovery. Revelatory Assessment offers an opportunity for systems (schools, districts, etc.) to reimagine the essential constructs of learning and assessment. It invites a model where students and facilitators of learning walk alongside each other, connected in the purpose of the journey, not an outcome or end point. Student and facilitator are partnered, fully aware of the experiential process, impact, and growth that propels them forward as learners together. Session participants will reflect on their own lived experience of revelation as well as of assessment. Through exploration of the characteristics of Revelatory Assessment, participants will be invited to consider and plan from a leadership lens, the mindset and technical shifts needed for a school or district to move toward a revelatory approach to learning and assessment.  

By the end of the session, we will have:
  • explored the Revelatory Framework and its essential components
  • witnessed examples of the essential components brought to life through student work and performance at schools across the globe
  • examined specific mindset shifts needed in order to move into a revelatory space/model
  • strategized the steps for a leader to invite a team/school/district community to journey towards learner liberation through revelatory learning
  • designed a specific practice that you might ground an invitation to your colleagues into in order to move away from the “destination model” of assessment 

IMPORTANTPlease note that general conference registration is required in order to sign up for a pre-conference workshop and that there is an additional fee to attend. If you already registered for the conference but did not add the workshop on at the time and would now like to, please contact mlarson@neasc.org.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Camak Niccolls

Kelly Camak Niccolls

Director, Teaching and Learning, School Leadership and Outcomes, Cheney Public Schools, WA
Kelly Camak Niccolls is an educator, facilitator and perpetual learner. She currently serves as Director, School Leadership and Outcomes for Cheney Public Schools. Kelly started her teaching career in Southern California, spending eight years in secondary ELA classrooms. Before settling... Read More →
avatar for Abby Benedetto

Abby Benedetto

Founder; Shifts Coach, Core Shifts
Abby Benedetto has taken on designing and changing systems for the last two decades from a wide variety of roles and perspectives - honing her skills around deep listening, collaborative innovation, and equity-centered learning design, and driven by the purpose of working to ensure... Read More →
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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9:30am EST

Educational Leadership in the Age of AI: Empowering Schools to Leverage AI with Tools, Policy, and Strategy
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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Join leaders in technology, education, and program design for a deep dive into demystifying AI in education. This full-day workshop will equip school leaders with the understanding and resources they need to navigate this new age and address its implications for our teaching, learning, and systems. Gain a comprehensive understanding of AI's potential, its impact on educational outcomes, and the ethical considerations surrounding its implementation. In this interactive pre-conference session, participants will engage in thought-provoking discussions to discover the opportunities AI presents for transforming education in schools and walk away with resources that will provide immediate guidance for your institution.  

Technology leaders from NEASC schools will share details of the AI journey of their schools and what challenges and successes they've had along the way. Presenters will also address key questions such as: what is the role of students in shaping AI guidance? What impacts does AI have on advancing equity? and, can AI assist with teacher and leader burnout?

No matter your comfort or skill level with technology or your school’s philosophy on AI, this workshop welcomes learners at all stages of understanding and experience.

IMPORTANTPlease note that general conference registration is required in order to sign up for a pre-conference workshop and that there is an additional fee to attend. If you already registered for the conference but did not add the workshop on at the time and would now like to, please contact mlarson@neasc.org.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Lewellen

Christina Lewellen

Executive Director, Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools
Christina Lewellen, MBA, CAE, Executive Director, Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools, is a seasoned association executive who brings a data-driven framework to business planning and strategy, having earned her MBA from the Rochester Institute of Technology and... Read More →
avatar for Shandor Simon

Shandor Simon

Director of Technology, Beaver Country Day School
Shandor Simon has spent the past 30 years working at the intersection of technology and education, helping students and faculty understand and navigate the increasingly digitized world around them.In 2021, he joined Beaver Country Day School in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, as the... Read More →
avatar for Eric Hudson

Eric Hudson

Facilitator and Strategic Advisor, Consultant
Eric Hudson is a facilitator and strategic advisor who specializes in learner-centered assessment, human-centered leadership, and strategic program design. He has designed and facilitated professional learning for hundreds of schools and learning organizations, both in person and... Read More →
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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9:30am EST

Strategic Roadmapping: Using ACE to Move from Foundations to Impact on Learning
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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The school’s strategic plan does not have to be a separate endeavor from the accreditation process, but rather the culmination and result of the accreditation process itself.  Join school leaders Lucy Gowdie and Andreas Koini, and NEASC Director, Trillium Hibbeln as they share how to use the accreditation process for strategic success. Learn how to design a strategy that leads to school success by bringing strategic leadership and scholastic pursuit together through the NEASC ACE Learning framework.

School leaders can use this process to engage their entire community in deep reflection about what is most likely to positively impact learning. Leaders filter through the different worlds and understandings within their learning communities and connect the pieces to work together strategically and maximize impact. The framework provided will enable the foundations of a strong learning community to evolve, as the Learning Principles tie into a more transparent culture.

Learn from school leaders Lucy Gowdie and Andreas Koini about the impact the ACE Learning Principles have had on strategic planning in their schools. Trillium Hibbeln, NEASC Director for International Education, will share tools and resources to integrate the accreditation process into your strategic roadmap.

This workshop is for heads of school, senior leaders, as well as board members, of schools using the ACE Learning pathway for accreditation. To learn more about ACE, visit www.neasc.org/ace.

IMPORTANTPlease note that general conference registration is required in order to sign up for a pre-conference workshop and that there is an additional fee to attend. If you already registered for the conference but did not add the workshop on at the time and would now like to, please contact mlarson@neasc.org.
Speakers
avatar for Trillium Hibbeln

Trillium Hibbeln

Director for Accreditation and School Improvement, International Education, NEASC
Trillium Hibbeln is the Director for the Commission on International Education at the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). In this role, she inspires international schools to transform learning for the 21st century and beyond. She has been instrumental in the development... Read More →
avatar for Lucy Gowdie

Lucy Gowdie

Head of School, Inter-Community School, Zurich
Lucy Gowdie is the Head of School at the Inter-Community School in Zurich, Switzerland and Chair of the Boards of the Swiss Group of International Schools. Her belief in ambitious teaching and powerful learning is underpinned by her schools two decade connection to NEASC, an association... Read More →
avatar for Andreas Koini

Andreas Koini

Head of School, Antwerp International School
With three decades of teaching experience, including more than ten years as Head of School, Andreas Koini's international career saw him hold teaching and senior leadership positions at a College for Architects and Engineering in Austria, as well as the German School London, UK. He... Read More →
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm EST
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2:00pm EST

NEASC Board of Trustees Meeting
Wednesday November 20, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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Invitation only; board members and NEASC staff.
Wednesday November 20, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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4:00pm EST

Welcome Reception!
Wednesday November 20, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST
All conference attendees are encouraged to attend.

Thank you to our reception sponsor, SpacesEDU.
Wednesday November 20, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST
Atlantic 1
 
Thursday, November 21
 

7:30am EST

Coffee/networking
Thursday November 21, 2024 7:30am - 9:00am EST
Good morning and welcome to Day 1 of the conference. We hope you'll join us for breakfast and start your day in good company!
Thursday November 21, 2024 7:30am - 9:00am EST
Pacific A-D

7:30am EST

Meet our 2024 exhibitors!
Thursday November 21, 2024 7:30am - 5:00pm EST
Stop by to say hello to our exhibitors. View the complete exhibitor directory.
Thursday November 21, 2024 7:30am - 5:00pm EST
Foyer

7:30am EST

Welcome/registration desk open
Thursday November 21, 2024 7:30am - 5:00pm EST
Make sure you've downloaded the Sched app and connected to the #NEASC2024 event to use the agenda and networking tools!

NEASC staff will be available at the Welcome/registration desk throughout the active hours of the conference. Stop by and say hello!
Thursday November 21, 2024 7:30am - 5:00pm EST
Foyer

9:00am EST

Day 1: Opening Session / EdTalk
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am EST
Welcome, Keynote
Speakers
avatar for Cameron Staples

Cameron Staples

President/CEO, NEASC
President/CEO of NEASC since 2011, Cam develops and implements the organization's strategic direction, ensures the value and relevance of the NEASC Accreditation process, and builds partnerships with education agencies, as well as domestic and foreign government leaders, to strengthen... Read More →
avatar for Trae Holland

Trae Holland

School Director, Pechersk School International (PSI)
Trae joined PSI in 2023 after four years serving as the Executive Director and Head of School at The Safe Passage School, Guatemala City, Guatemala. His career includes over 30 years as a teacher and leader in international education in locations ranging from the USA to IB schools... Read More →
Exhibitors
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9ine

9ine provides schools with the tools to create secure and efficient IT systems, all while considering privacy and safeguarding considerations. Trust us to help you make informed decisions, enhance your school's operations, and ensure a safe and secure learning environment.Choose 9ine... Read More →
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Curriculum Associates

i-Ready
Curriculum Associates partners with educators to make classrooms better places for teachers and students. That is the mission that has driven us for more than 50 years. We believe all students can excel, and educators play the pivotal role in that. i-Ready combines best-in-class instruction... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am EST
Pacific E-H

9:15am EST

The Future of Dialogue: A Multarity Approach to Belonging
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am EST
In today's increasingly complex educational landscape, ensuring belonging and creating safe spaces for dialogue are more critical than ever.

Join Dr. Ginger Carlson and Chris Jones of Möbius Dynamics and The Multarity Project™ on an inspiring journey. Discover how honoring multarities (the intersection of multiple perspectives) and harnessing the power of symbols through artificial intelligence can strengthen shared understanding. Using poignant examples from recent work with educators and students from diverse NEASC member schools, they will demonstrate how we can be empowered to create spaces for dialogue, build empathy, and increase collective intelligence.

Be prepared to leave with actionable insights and a renewed commitment to cultivating both belonging and dialogue in your school.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Jones

Chris Jones

Möbius Dynamics Co-Founder; Multarity Project™, President, The Multarity Project™ by Möbius Dynamics
Chris Jones is a serial entrepreneur with a rare blend of business, technology, and creative vision that has earned the respect of industry leaders across the globe. While his work with organizations like Bain & Company, ExxonMobil, and Schlumberger has been rewarding, his deepest... Read More →
avatar for Ginger Carlson

Ginger Carlson

Möbius Dynamics Co-Founder; Multarity Project™, CEO, The Multarity Project™ by Möbius Dynamics
Dr. Ginger Carlson is an influential educator, leader, and innovator with over thirty years of global experience. As an international TEDx and keynote speaker, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her profound insights into creativity, communication, growth, and transformation. With... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am EST
Pacific E-H

10:15am EST

Coffee break with exhibitors
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EST
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EST
Foyer

10:30am EST

9ine presentation
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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Details to come.
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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10:30am EST

Defining and Interrupting Implicit Bias and Racial Microaggressions in Schools
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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During this workshop, participants will gain a clear understanding of the definition of implicit bias and racial microaggressions, and how they manifest themselves in schools. The workshop will provide insights into how these phenomena can interrupt and harm the learning process. Most importantly, attendees will learn practices to address these issues. Understanding definitions and theories will only be useful if the knowledge gained leads to improved teaching and learning. Therefore, participants will be exposed to proven strategies to counter the negative effects of microaggressions and implicit bias. Lastly, attendees will have an opportunity to raise questions and discuss challenges in real-time.
Speakers
avatar for Kalise Wornum

Kalise Wornum

CEO/Founder, KW Diversity, Inc.
Dr. Kalise Wornum, Founder and CEO of KW Diversity Inc., is a nationally sought-after speaker, educational leader, workshop facilitator, and author in the area of anti-racist education. Continuing concerns about America’s racial academic achievement gap, along with her experience... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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10:30am EST

Fostering Student Engagement Through Competency-Based Education: The Road to Learning Agency and Social Justice Responsibility
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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Student agency is at the core of meaningful education experiences. Active engagement and reflection in learning processes help students understand themselves not only as individual learners but as members of a learning community. Fostering this type of engagement helps students understand their role as active change agents. In this session, participants will learn about Brooks School's commitment to student engagement, agency, and advocacy through a competency-based education framework. Participants will hear about the development and implementation of two school-wide competencies: Learning Agency and Social Justice Responsibility. The success of a common all-school rubric and upcoming plans to evaluate assessment practices to more fully incorporate social justice responsibility will conclude the presentation portion of the session . Participants will then engage in two collaborative rubric-building exercises that explore classroom engagement, preparation, and advocacy grounded in student agency before asking questions and reflecting upon the session.
Speakers
avatar for Joanna McDonough

Joanna McDonough

Dean of Teaching and Learning, Brooks School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-mcdonough-0b691854/
avatar for Currie Joya Huntington

Currie Joya Huntington

Dean of Academic Affairs, Music Teacher, Brooks School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/currie-joya-huntington/Currie Joya Huntington (he/him/his) joined the Brooks community in 2022 as academic dean and was named dean of academic affairs in 2024. He also teaches music and Self in Community. Huntington earned a B.A. in music from Connecticut... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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10:30am EST

Let's Ignite Change: Building a Learning Community of Leaders
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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In today's VUCA world, fostering a community of educational leaders with a shared mission to meet the needs of all students is crucial. This aligns with Inventure Academy's core purpose that states, we 'empower learners to realize their full potential, ignite positive change and create a positive impact. The term "learners" implies not only students but also teachers and educational leaders. To achieve this ambitious goal, Inventure Academy's Leadership Development Programme (Ignite Change) supports cultivating a community of leaders who believe in using entrepreneurial data-based approaches, engaging in productive and difficult conversations to solve critical problems that have been collectively identified by faculty and leaders, in order to enable student agency & engagement, personalized & differentiated learning for both students and faculty. We would like to share our program design, share some examples from this program and its impact on the school's learning architecture, culture and environment.
Speakers
avatar for Nooraine Fazal

Nooraine Fazal

Managing Trustee, CEO and Co-Founder, Inventure Academy
https://www.inventureacademy.com/about-inventure/leadership/
avatar for Dr. Sowmya Narayanan

Dr. Sowmya Narayanan

Head, Center of Excellence, Inventure Academy
avatar for Meenakshi Elangovan

Meenakshi Elangovan

Head of Professional Development, Inventure Academy
Meenakshi Elangovan is a passionate educator with 25+ years of teaching experience. She has a Masters degrees in Geography & Public Administration and an Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice and Design in Education. She is a CAIE accredited trainer and a NEASC visitor.At Inventure... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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10:30am EST

Students Leading Students: "Are you okay?"
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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Students at the International School of Belgium, who are primarily of Asian background, are very proactive in Student Leadership. They have initiated 'Are You Ok?' Day which is a well-being event aimed at their peers and staff along with student-led counselling at break and lunch times. They organise Model United Nations conferences, bring different faiths together at the Festival of Lights event - Hanukkah, Diwali and Christmas. They also organise inclusive competitions through the House System among many other initiatives. We would like the session to feature our younger leaders, i.e. 14 - 16 year olds as this is a group that often gets neglected when it comes to student leadership yet they can be powerful drivers in a school if given the freedom and encouragement. Participants will take away new ideas and also see how student leadership works in an international school context.
Speakers
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
avatar for Wayne Johnson

Wayne Johnson

Head of School, International School Belgium
I am an experienced school leader who has led international schools in countries. I believe passionately in holistic education and on making schools a centrepiece of the community. Previous to education I also held various senior roles in the media and I have used this media experience... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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10:30am EST

Superintendent Residency Model: Building Relationship in Schools by Being Present, Visible, and Attentive
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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In this session, participants will learn about one of the most powerful engagement strategies that a district-level leader could employ to make an impactful difference when it comes to making connections with students, families, staff, and administrators. Discover how your schools are working and see, firsthand, how investments that have been made in programs and staffing are benefiting students and enriching school culture. Walk away with a replicable model that will transform your visibility and demonstrate your commitment to leading your schools by understanding every detail of the operation. *Technology Needed: Projector/Screen (unless delivered as an "Unplugged Session")
Speakers
avatar for Robert Tremblay

Robert Tremblay

Superintendent, Framingham Public Schools, MA
https://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/Page/5234
avatar for Amy Kane

Amy Kane

Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools, Framingham Public Schools, MA
Thursday November 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EST
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11:30am EST

Lunch and conversation
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EST
Join us for dining and dialogue!

Thank you to our luncheon sponsor, The Multarity Project™ & Möbius Dynamics
Partners/Sponsors
avatar for The Multarity Project™

The Multarity Project™

by Möbius Dynamics
Möbius Dynamics was founded in 2023, with the vision “That we may grow.” The company reimagines the future of dialogue by uniting people around challenging issues and deepening understanding. The Multarity Thinking ™ Process, combined with AI-driven technology, analyzes and... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:30am - 12:10pm EST
Pacific E-H

12:10pm EST

Lunch continues with Student Performance and EdTalks
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:10pm - 1:30pm EST
Continue your lunch and join us as international, independent, and public school leaders come together to discuss important themes in school leadership.
Speakers
avatar for John Austin

John Austin

Head of School, Deerfield Academy
Dr. John Austin became Deerfield Academy’s 56th Head of School in July of 2019. Prior to Deerfield, Dr. Austin served as Headmaster at King’s Academy in Madaba, Jordan, and before that as Academic Dean at St. Andrew’s School in Middletown, Delaware, where he joined the faculty... Read More →
avatar for Lizzie Bray

Lizzie Bray

Director of Education Programmes, Amala Education
Connect with Lizzie on LinkedIn
avatar for Fadia Rostom Makdisi

Fadia Rostom Makdisi

Principal- Educator-Workshop Facilitator- Public Speaker, Saint Agnes Academy
As a proud mother of three daughters and a first-generation immigrant, Fadia understands the transformative power of education. Having experienced its life-changing benefits firsthand, she is privileged to serve the community in the field of education. She is driven by a deep commitment... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:10pm - 1:30pm EST
Pacific E-H

1:40pm EST

Beyond Our Echo Chambers: Toward a Pedagogy of Depolarization
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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At a time when most independent schools are significantly resourcing and prioritizing efforts toward diversity, equity, and inclusion, one form of diversity that is often ignored is ideological diversity. For the past four years, Seniors at BB&N have taken a seminar during their Senior Spring Project entitled "Beyond Our Echo Chambers: Understanding the Other." This seminar, which meets for 90 minutes per week for 10 weeks, involves a virtual exchange between BB&N students and student members of the teenage Republican club in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Borrowing from the methodology of Braver Angels, a national non-profit devoted to cultivating critical dialogue between "Reds" and "Blues," the students move through a series of exercises leading up examination of issues such as abortion, immigration, gun control, Critical Race Theory, Black Lives Matter, climate change, LGBTQIA+ rights, etc. The goal is to practice civil discourse, to humanize the other, and to expand our perspectives beyond our immediate echo chambers. Come to this session to learn more about this approach and how you might incorporate elements in your own school contexts.
Speakers
avatar for Jed Lippard

Jed Lippard

Chief Learning Officer, Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jed-lippard-8b00595/
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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1:40pm EST

Designing an Innovative and Collaborative High School Diploma
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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For years, high schools around the world have been designing innovative pathways for their learners. Unfortunately, most of us have been doing it in isolation, even though many of the learning experiences are similar. That's why we launched the Pathways Summit in 2024 at the American International School of Budapest. We wanted to bring together international schools to design an innovative diploma around a shared purpose. Join our panel discussion to learn about our process, where we're at now, and to find out how your school can be involved moving forward.
Speakers
avatar for Joseph Bonnici

Joseph Bonnici

Innovation Academy Coordinator, Colegio Franklin Delano Roosevelt, The American School of Lima
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-bonnici-ba894b86
avatar for Analia Denmon

Analia Denmon

Director of Learning, Innovation and Development, Istanbul International Community School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/analia-denmon-12669b60/
avatar for Graham Maclure

Graham Maclure

High School Principal, American International School of Budapest
Born in Auckland, New Zealand to teaching parents, Graham grew up in the United Kingdom and has spent most of his life living in schools. He is currently serving as the High School Principal. After completing his undergraduate and Master's degrees at the University of St. Andrews... Read More →
avatar for Theressa Smith

Theressa Smith

High School Principal, Colegio Franklin Delano Roosevelt, The American School of Lima
https://www.linkedin.com/in/theressa-smith-overseas-educator
avatar for Corey Topf

Corey Topf

Innovation Diploma Coordinator, Innovation Academy Online Director, American International School of Budapest
https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-topf-0a062464/?originalSubdomain=hu
avatar for Austin Volz

Austin Volz

Product Lead, AEON Learning Sciences
Austin Volz is the lead author of The Elements of Education for Teachers. The recipient of both a Fulbright scholarship and Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship, Austin holds a B.A. from St. John’s College and an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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1:40pm EST

From Portrait to Practice at Franklin High School PoP UP
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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Franklin High School was a pilot site for competency-based assessment twenty years ago in New Hampshire, as a precursor to NH's CBA policy. While there were pockets of implementation and innovation, it never fully caught on. Ten years later there was another push for redesign, which was short-lived with administrative changes, budget cuts, and massive teacher layoffs. In 2019, with support from the Barr Foundation, Franklin began again by engaging in a Portrait of a Franklin Graduate process. After five years, Franklin has a competency-based assessment system and through grant funding has had access to resources to put the portrait into practice, AND there still remains a looming fear that after much progress, things will go backward. Learn about our innovations and help us answer our essential question "How do we make sure great innovations stick, and how do we help our students and community leave the fear behind?"
Speakers
avatar for Carisa Corrow

Carisa Corrow

Principal Owner, Educating for Good
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carisa-corrow-2b290b124/
avatar for David Levesque

David Levesque

Principal, Franklin High School, NH
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-levesque-493a9068/
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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1:40pm EST

Innovating for Inclusivity: Advancing DEIB in Schools
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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In order to support all learners, schools must be spaces of innovative and intentional inclusivity. This transformational work spans across focus areas and stakeholders, calling for reflection, inquiry and action from faculty, staff, family, students and the broader community. It necessitates the thoughtful use of research, resources, and authentic collaboration. This session will explore the work at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School where the commitment to honoring human identity and experience, coupled with evidence-based practices in school structures and systems, has cultivated a community of excellence rooted in the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). Participants in this session will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding and commitment to DEIB in schools through a blend of reflection, collaboration and active planning. The session will include opportunities for participants to: - Engage in reflective practice around identity, biases, and impact on current educational work - Analyze the current state of their school’s DEIB work - Explore research, best practices, and examples of building inclusive educational environments while discerning opportunities for their own contexts and futures - Engage in collaborative activities to share ideas and resources with other participants - Outline plans and next steps for implementing inclusive practices and plans in their own schools
Speakers
avatar for Aliece Dutson

Aliece Dutson

President, Mission Grammar School
President, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-dutson-10b12ba9/
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Beth Looney

Mission Grammar School
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Marnie Walsh

Mission Grammar School
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Caroline Sliney

Principal, Mission Grammar School
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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1:40pm EST

Inspiring Student Voice through the Co-Creation of Inclusive Communities
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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There is unlimited learning potential when students and teachers work collaboratively to create an environment that is open and affirming for everyone. Join this session to experience tools and strategies for elevating student voice in any school. From a case study at the International School of Helsinki, we will share what students consider the most pressing jobs to be done to improve our school cultures. Using these student generated ideas and design thinking protocols you will envision the steps that students can take to build healthy learning environments. Through these activities we will consider the benefits for students when they: engage in design thinking around community issues; listen to each other to appreciate diverse perspectives and build relationships; and take action in the community to express their ideas and initiate change. Participants will be inspired to consider opportunities to spark and sustain inclusive student involvement in their unique school environments.
Speakers
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
avatar for Rachel Thrash

Rachel Thrash

CEO, Co-Founder , Belong Hub
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-thrash-585489318/?originalSubdomain=fiBelong Hub  -  Building Student Leadership for Thriving Communities
avatar for Mustafa Alshihani

Mustafa Alshihani

Co-Founder and Director of Design, Belong Hub
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-alshihani-6a40b3b7/Belong Hub - Building Student Leadership for Thriving Communities
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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1:40pm EST

Representation Matters: We see you but do you see me!
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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The impact, importance and value of engaging with different stakeholders and ensuring that your leadership and/or
instruction connects students' cultures, languages, and life experience with what they learn in school. Research shows
that having at least one Black teacher between 3rd and 5h grades reduces a black student's probability of dropping out
by 29%. Being culturally responsive isn't a buzzword rather an opportunity to cultivate meaningful relationships with
students and parents, increase student motivation, enthusiasm for learning and academic achievement.


Speakers
avatar for Randy Buck

Randy Buck

Executive Director of School Leadership, Pawtucket School Department
https://www.linkedin.com/in/randyabuck/
Thursday November 21, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
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2:40pm EST

Coffee break with exhibitors
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:00pm EST
Thank you to our coffee break sponsor, The Perry Group.
Partners/Sponsors
avatar for The Perry Group

The Perry Group

The Perry Group is a New England-based public relations, public affairs and marketing agency that believes in the power of a well-told story. Our team of former journalists and in-house marketing and communications leaders deliver game-changing results for a wide range of clients... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:00pm EST
Foyer

3:00pm EST

Building Belonging: Reimagining Schools, Welcoming Newcomers, and Creating Community
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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The United State's student population is now the most diverse in its history, comprising a significant number of new immigrants or children of immigrants. This demographic evolution calls for reimagining our education system, focusing on fostering identity, building belonging, and community formation for every student. Our session introduces the Re-Imagining Migration framework, centering on students' voices and visions of inclusive schooling. Led by the co-author of "Building Belonging: Harnessing the Power of Education in a Time of Demographic Change," we'll explore the impact of schools prioritizing nurturing environments for all learners. Through small group discussions, we'll reflect on strategies to promote academic, social, and civic belonging. We'll engage with tools designed to prioritize student agency and share examples of districts embedding belonging into their academic fabric. Participants will leave equipped to champion and spearhead shifts towards inclusive community cultures grounded in reciprocal relationships, and innovative, identity-reflective, and compassionate curricula.
Speakers
avatar for Meisha Lamb-Bell

Meisha Lamb-Bell

Program Director, Re-Imagining Migration
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meishalambbell/
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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3:00pm EST

Creating a Culture of Student Leadership at a New Boarding School
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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As founding leaders of a new boarding school with a diverse student and staff population in an environment without a tradition of community-oriented boarding schools, creating a common purpose and shared culture was an existential necessity for us. This session will explore the principles and processes we followed as we developed a school culture with the singular mission-focused purpose of promoting student leadership. Our time will focus on three areas: 1) how we developed a shared understanding of our mission and shared language to promote the culture of leadership we aspired to, reflecting our "thinking about it" and "working on it" stages; 2) how we created and sustained routines, rhythms, and rituals that support a culture of leadership, reflecting our "living it" phase, and 3) understanding the student experience of building and sustaining a shared purpose, reflecting one pathway for a "what if" inquiry.
Speakers
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
avatar for Tony Lilly

Tony Lilly

Dean of Academics, Manara School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-lilly-a3280928/
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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3:00pm EST

Cultivating Norms of Civil Society and a Culture of Inclusion
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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This panel presentation will discuss strategies we are using at Sacopee Valley High School, a small, rural, high school in western Maine, to help our students develop civility, empathy, and the ability to discuss difficult topics despite differences. A framework we adopted prior to the 2023-2024 school year called the Seven Principles of Constructive Dialogue will be shared and discussed. Specific materials and policies governing topics such as teaching controversial topics and responding to bias-related incidents will be shared. Emphasis will be placed not just on policy language but the manner in which policies are publicized and consistently followed. Session attendees will be asked to discuss selected issues in table groups and share their school/district contexts and responses to problems and situations related to these topics.
Speakers
avatar for Britton Wolfe

Britton Wolfe

Principal, Sacopee Valley High School
https://svhs.sad55.org/en-US/staff
avatar for Elizabeth Sanborn

Elizabeth Sanborn

Extended Learning Opportunities Coordinator/Civil Rights Team Advisor, Sacopee Valley High School
I am the Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) coordinator at Sacopee Valley High School. Previously, I was the district Gifted & Talented teacher (2016 - 2022) and English 12 and AP Literature & Composition teacher (2008 - 2016).Doctoral Student (EdD) - expected December 2024 - University... Read More →
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Emily Stacy

Social Studies Team Coordinator, Sacopee Valley High School
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Thomas Rhoades

Social Studies Teacher, Sacopee Valley High School
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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3:00pm EST

Fostering Equity, Empathy, and Cooperative Learning: Transforming the Educational Environment
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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In this interactive session, participants will explore the essential components of a meaningful and effective learning environment. Through engaging activities, attendees will collaboratively establish collective norms and develop a shared understanding of what constitutes a supportive and impactful educational setting. The session will focus on fostering perspective-taking, gaining insight, and cultivating empathy among participants.

By the end of the session, attendees will have a set of practical activities and strategies to implement in their own educational environments, promoting collaborative clarity and enhancing the overall learning experience. Join us to discover how to create an inclusive and empathetic learning community that supports all learners.

Speakers
avatar for Courtney Sevigny

Courtney Sevigny

Learning Environment Specialist, VS America
https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-sevigny-m-ed-eclps-3996923b/
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Baird Caner

New England Territory Manager, VS America
As a full-service manufacturer, VS America covers both the schools sectors and the office living and working space with intelligent furniture and integrative solutions.Contact: Baird Caner, New England Territory Manager
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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3:00pm EST

Prioritizing Student Wellbeing to Foster Deeper Understanding and Engagement
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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How do we create a healthy learning environment that places the well-being of kids (and adults) at the forefront? How do we make the well-being of our students and faculty/staff an organic and inherent part of our practices in and out of the classroom? We will share our approach, the challenges we faced and the deeply held assumptions about school that we had to unlearn to strive for a healthier learning environment. Come and learn about our student-focused approach and discuss how our schedule; assessment practices; courses; different initiatives; and partnership with families place our students and their well-being at the center of what we do, value deep understanding, and put the joy in learning. Let's share ideas on where to go next!
Speakers
avatar for Lesley Colognesi

Lesley Colognesi

Director of Academic Services, Beaver Country Day School
https://bcdschool.org/contact/lesley-colognesi/
avatar for Rick Wilson

Rick Wilson

Director of Wellness, Counseling, and Health Services, Beaver Country Day School
https://bcdschool.org/contact/rick-wilson/
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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3:00pm EST

Strengthening Student Leadership Programming in High Schools: Embedding Leadership Curriculum and Student-Led Programming
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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The session will outline how this high school has embedded a leadership, ethics and development curriculum (LEAD) for all students 9th through 12th during the school day. This pedagogical approach includes a strong emphasis on leadership for all incoming 9th graders, health and wellness in 10th, and exploration of self and others through service and preparation for exploration of interests. Students have the opportunity to lead an Exploration course, with teacher support embedded in the day. Students, and adults who work with them, will present on each of these components of the program, and highlight the successes and lessons learned from the past five years of development.
Speakers
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
avatar for Reina Stimpson

Reina Stimpson

Head of Upper School, Student Life, and Leadership, Derryfield School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reina-stimpson-ed-d-62bbb51b/
Thursday November 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
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4:10pm EST

Where Do We Go from Here? (Teaching and Leading in 2025)
Thursday November 21, 2024 4:10pm - 4:45pm EST
A presentation by the NASSP’s National Principal of the Year for 2023.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Hayward

Donna Hayward

Principal, Haddam-Killingworth High School
Donna Hayward began her professional career as a high school mathematics teacher after earning her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Smith College. Inspired by her own high school principal, Donna completed her Sixth Year through UCONN and served as Assistant Principal/ Principal... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 4:10pm - 4:45pm EST
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4:45pm EST

Awards and Recognitions
Thursday November 21, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
A celebration of NEASC Service Award and other award recipients.
Thursday November 21, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
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5:00pm EST

Reception
Thursday November 21, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Join us for conversation and connection.
Appetizers and beverages will be served.
Entertainment will be provided.

Thank you to our reception sponsor, Jostens.

Exhibitors
avatar for Jostens Renaissance Education

Jostens Renaissance Education

by Jostens
As The Most Trusted Partner in Celebrating Moments That Matter, the essence of our mission is conveyed with three simple words: Capture. Celebrate. Inspire. It’s all about recognizing life’s most important moments, and inspiring the creation and celebration of even more.Jostens... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm EST
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Friday, November 22
 

7:00am EST

Breakfast
Friday November 22, 2024 7:00am - 8:15am EST
Good morning and welcome to Day 2 of the conference. We hope you'll join us for breakfast and start your day in good company!
Friday November 22, 2024 7:00am - 8:15am EST
Foyer

7:00am EST

Visit our exhibitors!
Friday November 22, 2024 7:00am - 1:00pm EST
Stop by to say hello to our conference exhibitors. View the complete exhibitor directory.
Friday November 22, 2024 7:00am - 1:00pm EST
Foyer

7:00am EST

Welcome/registration desk open
Friday November 22, 2024 7:00am - 1:00pm EST
Make sure you've downloaded the Sched app and connected to the #NEASC2024 event to use the agenda and networking tools!

NEASC staff will be available at the Welcome/registration desk throughout the active hours of the conference. Stop by and say hello!
Friday November 22, 2024 7:00am - 1:00pm EST
Foyer

8:15am EST

Day 2: Opening Session / EdTalk
Friday November 22, 2024 8:15am - 9:15am EST
Join us for an inspiring kickoff of Day 2 of the conference!
Speakers
avatar for Mark Bernstein

Mark Bernstein

National Director, Content and Implementation, Curriculum Associates
Mark Bernstein joined the education publishing and service arena in 2004 after years of success as a youth motivational speaker, on-air television host/producer, and teacher. At every stage of his career, Mark has combined his multiple talents in public speaking, presentation design... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 8:15am - 9:15am EST
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8:30am EST

Inspiring a Brighter Future: Leveraging the Power of Our Shared Humanity
Friday November 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Speakers
avatar for Bloodine Barthelus

Bloodine Barthelus

Founder and CEO, Wellness Embodied
Dr. Bloodine Barthelus is the Founder and CEO of Wellness Embodied, dedicated to the health, wellbeing, and transformation of adults by prioritizing their full humanity through self-awareness, compassionate care, and empowered action. Formerly, Dr. Barthelus served as the Senior Director... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST
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9:45am EST

All Together for Equity: Moving Towards the Common Good
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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Too often, community responses to inequities see schools as the primary drivers of societal change. This presentation addresses this critical dilemma – how can educators teach inclusive content and implement equitable teaching practices without the engagement of all members of the school community – including all families? Clearly, we cannot create inclusive schools without also addressing bias and discrimination in the broader community. This presentation will focus on two main ideas. First, we'll explore how to build inclusive school environments within our increasingly diverse school populations. Discussion will include how a family's social identity influences their engagement and advocacy and why educators should expect conflict as part of the family-school relationship (and what to do with it!). Second, we'll explore how families from high income backgrounds upend education equity and ways to address this issue and move our entire school community towards education for the common good.
Speakers
avatar for Liz Dempsey Lee

Liz Dempsey Lee

Educational Consultant, Liz Dempsey Lee Consulting
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-dempsey-lee/
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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9:45am EST

Fostering Inclusive Learning Communities through Global Literature
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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In today's diverse educational landscape, cultivating inclusive school cultures that honor the unique backgrounds and perspectives of all students is essential. This session will demonstrate how to harness the power of global literature to promote empathy, understanding, and cultural appreciation among students from various backgrounds. In this session, participants will learn to design and implement a bespoke curriculum that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusivity in K-12 education. Drawing from my experience in crafting English Language coursebooks and teaching Language and Literature to secondary students, I will share a case study of a successful unit titled "Around the World in Short Stories." Attendees will engage in group discussions and a multimedia presentation. They will explore strategies for selecting diverse texts, innovative assessment practices, and methods to foster inclusive dialogue. Participants will leave with practical tools and resources to create empathetic learning environments that empower all students to build a common purpose.
Speakers
avatar for Jefferson Pereira

Jefferson Pereira

Language and Literature Educator, Consulting Curriculum Designer and Content Developer, United Lisbon International School
Jefferson Pereira is an educator with twenty years of experience in teaching and nearly a decade in curriculum design and materials writing. His professional work includes writing CLIL, TBL, and project-based coursebooks for middle and secondary school learners, now used across Latin... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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9:45am EST

Guiding Documents: Bringing Clarity to Conflict
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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This session will use tabletop activities to demonstrate the value of developing internal "Guiding Documents" around hot-button or risk-rich topics. When working through difficult topics - politics, identity, conflict, to name a few - policies often fall short of delivering solutions that preserve relationships. Guiding documents are internal resources that supplement policies and offer clarity around shared priorities, allowing those on the front lines to navigate complexity with clarity and generosity. Using real and relevant examples, this session will explore effective strategies to restore and/or preserve important relationships while navigating difficult topics.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Chaney

Amy Chaney

Principal, Lexington Christian Academy
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-chaney/
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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9:45am EST

Performance Based Promotion: Putting Students at the Center of All Learning
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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What would it look like if you replaced tests and letter grades with projects, portfolios and public exhibitions? What if students moved on to the next level, not based on age or time, but when they demonstrated proficiency on essential skills? Performance-based promotion is the fundamental premise of Parker Charter, a public charter school in Massachusetts with 29 years of experience of using portfolios and public exhibitions to assess student readiness to move to the next level of study. This session details how the teachers and students of Parker Charter design and complete projects, share feedback, make revisions and progress through the program. The highlight of the session will be small group discussions with Parker students who will share their academic portfolios, showcasing their growth over time. The students will reflect on the process of learning and what they learned about themselves through hard work, reflection and revision.
Speakers
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
avatar for Brian Harrigan

Brian Harrigan

Head of School, Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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9:45am EST

Project POG: Purposeful Design for PreK-12 Curriculum and Instruction
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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Madison Public Schools, CT will share their journey in transforming districtwide systems to leverage Profile of a Graduate (POG) through district curriculum design standards, performance assessments and teacher and leader evaluation. Their eleven-year journey has resulted in almost 900 adopted units (across disciplines) that ensure a systemic approach and shared values to develop the Profile of a Graduate in all learners. We will examine the districtwide tools and systems that support foundational element 2.2a and many of the sub-elements of the NEASC section on Student Learning. We will illustrate the system through our journeys in reimagined high school pathways and authentic examples of transformative K-12 curricula. Student voice is an important part of the redesign process. Take a close look at the design of a course and a unit where students develop in both content and profile of a graduate capacities which are ultimately demonstrated in end-of-unit complex performance tasks.
Speakers
avatar for Gail Dahling-Hench

Gail Dahling-Hench

Assistant Superintendent, Madison Public Schools
https://www.madison.k12.ct.us/departments/central-office-staff-directory
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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9:45am EST

The Power of an Embedded Mindfulness Program in School Communities
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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When Middlesex School embarked on an embedded Mindfulness program over a decade ago it was done so, only after careful consideration and scrutiny of the growing research regarding its benefits for teenagers. At the time we were learning that a practice of mindfulness can increase concentration, emotional regulation, positive social skills, care for others, self-esteem, quality of sleep, executive functioning, fortify the immune system, and improve overall well-being. The research also suggested that mindfulness decreases test anxiety, behaviors associated with ADHD, outbursts of anger, inflammation, negative emotions, and depression. The research has been so compelling that mindfulness has been incorporated into most mental health treatment modalities. While many schools are trying to find ways to incorporate elements of a mindfulness curriculum, we, at Middlesex School, have found that a fully integrated Mindfulness Program that reaches all areas of school life has exponential benefits for students and the entire community.
Speakers
avatar for Meg McLaughlin

Meg McLaughlin

Director of Health and Wellness, Middlesex School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-mclaughlin-7758151a/
avatar for Erika Mills

Erika Mills

Director of Strategic Initiatives, Middlesex School
A 1999 graduate of Middlesex, Erika first returned to campus as a coach with the girls’ crew program (leading her fourth boat to a New England Championship in 2005) and subsequently joined the faculty as an assistant director of admissions in 2008. Erika holds a B.A. in psychology... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
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10:55am EST

50 Years of Lessons Learned: Student Voice in Schools
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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Explore the power of student voice and identify why "student voice" is integral to learning success for all students in our schools. In this session participants will consider working definitions of student voice in shared decision making using a democratic school high school as the model. This presentation of a governance model will uncover a range of challenges and supports to building opportunities for student voice in our schools. Examples will be given on how a school community can grow the supports and build bridges to meet the challenges of growing student voice in their school community. Time allowing, each school will have an opportunity to make an action plan to take back to their school.
Speakers
avatar for Linda Addante

Linda Addante

Council Executive, Hanover High School, NH
avatar for Julie Stevenson

Julie Stevenson

Principal, Hanover High School, NH
avatar for Student Presenters

Student Presenters

Students will participate in several sessions at this year's Showcase. As an organization dedicated to student agency and to the amplification of diverse voices and perspectives, NEASC is proud to offer a selection of student-centered presentations. See session descriptions for d... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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10:55am EST

A Sense of Belonging: Unifying diverse marginalized students and communities through a common competency framework and digital portfolio system
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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This session will involve participants in small group discussion, active listening, critical and creative thinking, and sharing your own experiences and expertise. We will discuss diversity and marginalisation, in international contexts and in your own context, and introduce you to The Digital School: its vision, mission and core values; its diverse operational contexts, working with marginalised students in 14 countries; and the model that unifies these diverse individuals and communities. Marginalised students lack access to consistent structured education, and digital education is helping to provide that access. But even when they have access, there is often no system to collect evidence of learning, further hindering students’ continuing journeys into higher education, vocational training, and employment. We will outline the aspirational partnership between The Digital School and Mastery Transcript Consortium, created to design a competency framework, a digital portfolio system, and a portable digital credential, specifically to benefit marginalized students.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Bell

Susan Bell

Chief Program Officer, Mastery Transcript Consortium
With nearly two decades of experience working in public school systems, Susie supports MTC’s network of member schools as they work together and within their high schools to implement a Mastery Transcript or MTC Learning Record. Susie had previously served as the superintendent... Read More →
avatar for Lesley Snowball

Lesley Snowball

Director of Education, The Digital School, Dubai
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-snowball-71a78517/
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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10:55am EST

Co-opt, Corroborate and Co-Create: Implementing School's Evidence based Well-being approach: a Case Study
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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Does my school explicitly foster an intrinsic escalation of one's wellbeing among students? How might students be involved in developing and monitoring a wellbeing toolbox? This proposal is school's pilot project, an action research method focused on building and postulating learner centred Wellbeing strategy central to school's culture and environment. Through its strategic intent and social-emotional learning programmes, the school started addressing Student's well-being as an inclusive practice since 2018.While the school's Accreditation data and Cambridge Well-being Check evidence shows high levels of school life satisfaction, it highlights limitations related to intrinsic satisfaction. Drawn from Laura Taylor, et.al., Subjective wellbeing Concept (IBO,2022), this proposal intends to address these limitations by gathering qualitative and quantitative evidence to examine the factors that influence the self-perceived wellbeing of students and teachers in school context. The school's survey sample comprised of 500 high school students and 150 teachers, 50 sample interviews and reflective anecdotes.
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Sonali Bajaj

Deputy Head Secondary School, Dhirubhai Ambani International School
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Swarnalatha Potukuchi

Curriculum Coordinator and Accreditation Coordinator, Dhirubhai Ambani International School
https://www.linkedin.com/in/swarnalatha-potukuchi-0b1386176/
avatar for Rachana Shah

Rachana Shah

Head of Learning Support and Child Protection Officer, Dhirubhai Ambani International School
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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10:55am EST

Collaborative Approaches to Text Expansion: ELA Curriculum in the Age of Book Challenges
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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In this session, ELA Curriculum Coordinators will present approaches to expanding text offerings while preparing for book challenges. Representation of multiple identities is critical to the English Language Arts curriculum (Bishop 1990), and we are responsible for supporting teachers to expand their offerings and prepare to teach those texts in culturally responsive ways. Diverse texts support students to see multiple modes of language as both acceptable and valuable; this is a critical component of working toward linguistic justice (Baker-Bell 2020). With the onslaught of book challenges and bans across the country, this work has become more urgent. School leaders must develop frameworks for text selection and strategies for approaching book challenges in the classroom and community. We will share strategies for working with teachers around text selection; additionally, we will discuss transferable policy frameworks we have developed in collaboration with our library and DEIB departments to address potential book concerns.
Speakers
avatar for Casey Andrews

Casey Andrews

English Language Arts Coordinator, 8-12, Watertown High School
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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10:55am EST

Educating Human Beings: Authenticity, Agency, and Transformationally Relevant Schools
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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Too often students experience school as a series of things that happens to them over which they have little or no control. This leads to transactional mindsets and a sense that all school is for is investing in future (markers of) success: college/university acceptance, major, grad school, career, salary. This session challenges educators and leaders to think of school as an investment in who our students are now, as people developing identities, figuring out how they want to see and be seen in the world, forging world views, and determining how they want to act and interact with others. Through a spider chart activity on educational models, a discussion of ways to leverage external motivators (like grades) for intrinsic passion development, and a reflection on what constitutes true 21st century skills and capacities, participants will acquire strategies and tactics for combatting relevance resistance and for making school more human-centered.
Speakers
avatar for Marc Aronson

Marc Aronson

Dean of Acadmics, Cheshire Academy
Marc Aronson is Dean of Academics at Cheshire Academy in Cheshire, Connecticut. He started there as a member of the English Department in 2008 after three years at AMSA Charter School in Marlborough, Massachusetts. He holds a BA in English from Tufts and an MSc in Comparative and... Read More →
avatar for Rachel Wright

Rachel Wright

Director of the Merle-Smith Campus, Moravian Academy
Rachel serves as the upper school director at Moravian Academy in Bethlehem, PA, the ninth oldest independent school in the nation. Rachel got her start in education as a math teacher in the School District of Philadelphia and made the switch to independent schools in 2011. Rachel... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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10:55am EST

From Questioning to Connecting
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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In this session you will learn about how questions can launch community in your classroom. All you need is a willingness to learn about others and the enthusiasm to share a little about yourself.
Speakers
avatar for Mark Bernstein

Mark Bernstein

National Director, Content and Implementation, Curriculum Associates
Mark Bernstein joined the education publishing and service arena in 2004 after years of success as a youth motivational speaker, on-air television host/producer, and teacher. At every stage of his career, Mark has combined his multiple talents in public speaking, presentation design... Read More →
Friday November 22, 2024 10:55am - 11:55am EST
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12:00pm EST

Closing session
Friday November 22, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
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Friday November 22, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
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